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Parents' Guide to

Ingo

By Terreece Clarke, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 10+

Exciting ocean fantasy adventure starts series.

Book Helen Dunmore Fantasy 2008
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age 8+

Based on 2 parent reviews

funny222
funny222 Adult
April 7, 2012
age 7+

READ THIS BOOK!!!!

i think that INGO is amazing book its thrilling and exciting I'm only half way through the book and i love i can put it down. i encourage all those little children out there who are maybe keen on books or not so keen on books this is the one you should read those who are not to keen on books this is maybe a little long but you will love it. DONT JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER!!!!
TrifleTower
TrifleTower Parent of 10-year-old
May 6, 2010
age 9+

Great

My son and i have both read all 3 of the ingo books. Loved them! (me more than him in fact *blushes*)
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What's the Story?

When Sapphire and Conor's dad mysteriously disappears, most people believe he's dead. Ever hopeful, Conor begins sneaking off to the ocean to look for him. Sapphire follows and discovers a world of wonder, excitement, and danger that their family is strangely connected to. Could her new friends lead to her father?

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
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Kids say (9 ):

The first in a series, this is the kind of book that gets kids excited about reading. Helen Dunmore weaves an exciting, masterful tale of mermaids, mystery, and mythology. She keeps readers on the edge of their seats as they journey with Sapphy and Conor through the world of Ingo. What is this new place and how is it connected to Sapphy and Conor's father, and to them? How can they find him without getting lost themselves? Dunmore keeps readers guessing while treating them to beautiful scenery and fantastic adventures.

Character development is key to a good story and Dunmore allows her characters to mature as they become involved in more adult circumstances. Sapphy grows from being carried like a child in the first chapter to a person able to harness the power of Ingo. Her relationship with her brother changes and strengthens. They both recognize strengths and weaknesses in each other and readers will be drawn to their vulnerability and curiosity. Sapphy narrates the story with quick wit and a realism readers will enjoy.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about using the rationale of "the ends justifying the means." Faro believed it was OK to do anything to protect the ocean against pollution and human interference. Was he correct? When have you seen people use this rationale?

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